§ 25. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what representations he has received from teachers and trainees in schools under his authority for improved salaries, pension rights and conditions; what reply he has sent; and what action he proposes to take.
§ Miss BaconI receive representations from time to time from teachers and others on all aspects of teaching service.
§ Mr. HughesWhat steps is the Minister actually taking to make the remuneration of teachers comparable with the high cost of living in this age and to enable them to make children fit to live in this age of culture, learning and technology?
§ Miss BaconAs my hon. and learned Friend is probably aware, teachers' salaries are negotiated in the Burnham Committee. A claim was formally presented last Friday and is now under consideration.